RENOVATION INSPIRATION

Working with discerning customers in and around Calgary, Ravenwood Developers specializes in high-end renovations and the design/construction of custom homes. We could say more, but we prefer to let the quality of our work speak for itself.

With more than 25 years of combined experience in construction, property development and renovations, Ravenwood Developers guarantees the care, beauty, and superb functionality we put into every project we take on. We work with a select team of highly skilled and qualified tradespeople who share our unwavering commitment to quality and excellence.
Clear and frequent communication is the key to any successful project. It starts with gaining a full understanding of project scope and the client’s final objectives. We take a proactive approach throughout the project to ensure that everyone stays on the same page, with regular updates on major project milestones and on any issues that might impact timelines or budgets.

Having established a clear understanding of our client’s goals, we leverage our experience and expertise to help maximize budgets and minimize time to project completion.

We work tirelessly to ensure our clients are not just satisfied but delighted with the final result.

“BRAND VISION”

At Ravenwood Developers, expertise and practical experience combine to make our
customer’s dreams become reality, delivering superior quality at price they can afford.

Our Process

Building on a lifetime of experience in the construction industry and three years as a general contractor we believe that, when it comes to successfully building, renovating or expanding a home, the single most important thing is communication. At Ravenwood Developers we apply a rigorous process to ensure the right information gets communicated to the right people at the right time.

Initial Consultations

Our customers know what they want. The initial consultation helps us understand the scope of the project and provides the basis for a preliminary estimate. It’s also where we develop an understanding of our customers’ lifestyle and what really matters to them. We can also begin to identify site conditions that may impact project scope.

Preliminary Estimate

The preliminary estimate provides an ‘order of magnitude’ for the project. It marries what the customer wants with an estimate of costs based on our years of industry experience and current conditions in the Calgary market that affect everything from labour to the price and availability of materials.

Materials Selection

Materials selection allows us to develop a more detailed and accurate quote. For many of our customers, this is the fun part. We’ll set you up with our suppliers to develop a detailed list of fixtures, finishes and materials. Some of our customers choose to complete this on their own, but many have a preferred designer. We can also recommend a designer that we work with regularly.

Quote

At this point we have enough information to provide a final quote for the project. If the quote is acceptable, we present a contract and take an initial deposit. Any changes to the project scope or details that impact cost will be thoroughly discussed with the customer and a change order issued to adjust the quote. Similarly, unanticipated site conditions that impact cost will also be discussed with the customer and a change order issued.

Scheduling

Building, renovating or expanding a home is a complex process that involves the efforts of many skilled trades, from framers, plumbers and electricians to tile setters, metal workers and many others. Timing is everything. We work with a preferred roster of these trades whose work we know we can stand behind and who we know will be there when they say they will. We never sacrifice quality for the sake of ‘just getting the job done.’

Completion

A project is complete when the work specified in the contract is complete and any construction deficiencies have been identified and resolved. At this point, we present a final bill for the project. We provide a two-year warranty on labour and materials, and conduct a review of our work at the one-year mark.

Testimonials

"Exceptional attention to detail and service. Ryley and team are a rare find in terms of a contractor service that you can trust will get the job done on time and budget, while meeting or exceeding quality expectations."- richardgarthurs via HomeStars

"I had specific finishes that I wanted and Ryley worked with me to accomplish them. They have the skills and attention to detail to provide custom finishing. They were on time and professional at all times and I can recommend them without hesitation." - Susan L. via HomeStars

"We are more than satisfied with the meticulous kitchen renovation Ravenwood did for us in 2018.

Our home in Wildwood was originally built in 1956. We had substantial structural exterior work to do first, 2 new windows and 2 new doors. Ryley's crew tackled this with skill and enthusiasm. We found the entire Ravenwood team well-qualified tradespeople who were a joy to have around,

60-year-old houses are never as square as they once were. The Ravenwood crew rose to the occasion, removing old kitchen counters/appliances and installing new ones with great attention to finishing detail, integrating seamlessly with our existing dining room, lighting, flooring, and music system. They were unfailingly helpful with a handful of "adjacent" fixes we requested, demonstrating a modern knowledge of sealing and plumbing materials.

Our new kitchen is now a joy to work and live in. It will be a strength, not a liability, for us at resale time. We now enjoy fantastic storage, great access and ease of use of all our utensils and food items, and are proud to host our friends. As we dreamed when we started looking for the most trustworthy contractor available, our new kitchen is again the heart of our home."
- Linda R.

Varsity

This Varsity home had great bones, but the traditional kitchen and dining room set up was dated. We gutted the area and removed the wall dividing the kitchen and dining room. We upgraded the electrical, installed LED pot lights, and added R20 spray foam to the exterior walls. New drywall and new interior doors with wood baseboard and casing were also installed. The new kitchen layout included exposed beam and posts, an island, new cabinetry, exotic granite countertops and all new, high-end appliances. The result? The owners have fallen back in love with their home.

Willow Park

This well situated Willow Park home needed to be gutted to the studs for a complete update. We removed walls on the main floor to create an open floor plan and gave the kitchen a new layout with an island. We replaced all the electrical, with pot lights placed throughout in the new “level 5” flat ceiling, and we installed new drywall and insulation. Main and upper levels got engineered hardwood flooring, and new plumbing fixtures were installed throughout. Bathrooms got floor to ceiling tiles, with a custom tile shower in the ensuite. A new gas fireplace with a tile surround completed the project. The homeowners essentially got a new build within the existing envelope.

Rosemont

Kitchen and Home Upgrade

This lovely home in Rosemont needed a new kitchen, but the homeowner took advantage of our experience and skills to complete a number of upgrades throughout the house. After gutting the kitchen, which included asbestos abatement, we updated electrical and plumbing to meet current code, installed closed cell spray foam insulation, installed new windows and built a cantilevered addition in dinning room. We also sanded down and refinished existing oak hardwood, and installed reclaimed doors with new trim and baseboards throughout the house. Back in the kitchen, we completed the job by installing custom cabinetry and high-end appliances. The result, we think you’ll agree, is stunning.

Midnapore

New Kitchen

Work in this fantastic Midnapore property focused on a major kitchen redesign. After a complete gut job, we changed the door rough opening to accommodate a new door and cabinet layout, updated electrical and plumbing to meet current code and the new layout, and installed new stone wool insulation. We also installed new cherry hardwood to match existing flooring before installing new custom cabinetry and high-end appliances. The result: a stylish new kitchen and one happy family.

Wentworth

Major Home Renovation

The owners of this exceptional Wentworth home opted for a complete renovation of the kitchen, laundry, bathrooms and living room, with new hardwood on the main floor and new carpet installed upstairs. In the living room, we reconfigured the fireplace build, added stone facing and installed a new gas fireplace insert. We also installed custom built-ins on either side of the fireplace. The laundry room got new cabinetry and an organizer/locker system. Bathroom updates included a custom tile shower, a freestanding tub and new tile. The kitchen was completely gutted and reconfigured, electrical, plumbing and insulation was upgraded, and new custom cabinetry and high-end appliances were installed. We think the result speaks for itself.

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